North Korea Launches Cruise Missiles in Provocative Move, South Korea Reports

North Korea fired several cruise missiles into the sea off its western coast, according to South Korea's military, marking the country's second known launch event of the year. Tensions on the Korean Peninsula have escalated with North Korea's missile tests and actions indicating a shift in its policies, including the demolition of a symbol of reconciliation with South Korea. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has declared the abandonment of peaceful reunification with South Korea and labeled the country as its "arch enemy." The U.S., South Korea, and Japan are closely monitoring the situation and analyzing the missile launches.